Review of Street Smart (1987) by Emeka W — 07 Sep 2008

Younger Morgan Freeman, he as always carries the movie, a typical 80s movie though with all the cheese.

This review of Street Smart (1987) was written by Emeka W on 07 Sep 2008.

Street Smart has generally received mixed reviews.

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